Nadya Okamoto

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Nadya Okamoto (born February 11, 1998) is an American social entrepreneur, author, and activist known for her work in menstrual health advocacy. She is the founder of the non-profit organization Period Inc., which aims to end period poverty and stigma around menstruation.

Early Life and Education

Nadya Okamoto was born in New York City and raised in Portland, Oregon. She attended Harvard University, where she studied government and social studies. During her time at Harvard, she became deeply involved in activism and founded Period Inc..

Career

Period Inc.

In 2014, at the age of 16, Okamoto founded Period Inc. after experiencing homelessness and learning about the challenges that homeless women face in accessing menstrual products. The organization distributes menstrual products to those in need and advocates for policy changes to improve menstrual health access. Period Inc. has grown to become one of the largest youth-run non-profits in women's health.

Author

In 2018, Okamoto published her first book, Period Power: A Manifesto for the Menstrual Movement. The book discusses the importance of menstrual health and aims to break the stigma surrounding menstruation. It has been well-received and has contributed to the growing conversation about menstrual equity.

Public Speaking and Advocacy

Okamoto is a prominent public speaker and has spoken at various conferences and events, including TEDx and the United Nations. She advocates for menstrual health, gender equality, and youth empowerment. Her work has been recognized by numerous organizations, and she has received several awards for her contributions to social entrepreneurship and activism.

Recognition and Awards

Nadya Okamoto has been recognized as a leading voice in menstrual health advocacy. She has been featured in Forbes' "30 Under 30" list and has received awards from organizations such as Glamour and Teen Vogue.

Personal Life

Okamoto is of Japanese and Taiwanese descent. She continues to be active in social entrepreneurship and advocacy, focusing on issues related to menstrual health and gender equality.

See Also

• Menstrual Hygiene Management
• Period Poverty
• Menstrual Equity
• Social Entrepreneurship
• Youth Activism